The Apostle
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Movie Reviews of The Apostle
Movie Review: A second look
Summary: 5 Stars
I had seen this twice in the theaters when it first came out. i loved it then and I loved it now. Duval weighs in with one of the most riveting performances of any actor in years. I can't recall who won the Oscar that year but the performance that won could not have been any better than Duval. And as a director he coached great acting from the supporting actors, including the amateurs who played many of the smaller parts. The radio station owner notbably is memorable, as are some of the Bible thumpers in church. The two black women who don't really like each other--both amateurs, and wonderful performances. No matter what your inclinations are spiritually, this movie is worth seeing. For the performances, for the message of redemption it offers, and also for the balanced and complex way it portrays the Christian right, which was not in power when the movies were first relesaed but now have substnatial influentce in our government. this movie could have been turned into horrible cliches about sin, salvation, right and wrong but it did not do that.
Movie Review: The Apostle
Summary: 5 Stars
Robert Duvall is without exception one of the best actors in this period, in my opinion. The Apostle is a movie about a man who, as a young boy, experiences highly charged evangelistic preaching, and in turn, becomes an evangelist. His Mother is his biggest supporter in his ventures. Even though he truly believes in Jesus and is a Christian, he commits unforgiveable sins, and is fully knowledgeable about what he has done, so he escapes from the place where the crime was committed, and, with very little money, strikes out to begin a new life. He only gives people his initials, and calls himself the Apostle. He manages to obtain a small church, and many willing workers to help him renovate it. He eventually draws a large crowd of followers, mostly African Americans. You almost hope he can go through life preaching to this simple group, but his past overtakes him and he soon has to pay the price for his crimes. this is a mesmerizing story, thanks to Duvall, and you will be totally captured by his phenomenal portrayal of the Apostle.Movie Review: Excellent Acting, Thought Provoking For Christians
Summary: 5 Stars
Christians are divided by this picture. However, let me quickly tell you the important things about this film:
1. Duvall earned the best acting award for this picture.
2. It comes across in a way that may have you questioning some of Sonny/Apostle E.F.'s methods but not the authenticity of Christianity.
3. I would not take small children to see it, but it is suitable for teenagers with parental interaction.
I feel Duvall was slighted in not getting an Oscar for the role (it went to Jack Nicholson for "As Good As It Gets"). I believe this movie, while not painting a Pollyanna picture of Christianity, was still not anti-Christian enough to be politically correct and thus lost the award. Duvall put out his own money to get this picture out.
Some people say religious movies make lousy box office. Not true: it's only anti-religious movies that make lousy box office. Movies that portray a realistic view of a true faith do much better.
Movie Review: Brilliant, Honest, Moving and Christian in the Truest Sense
Summary: 5 Stars
I've done my time in rural Texas and in urban Texas too. Tender Mercies, Duvall's brilliant film about a country western singer got it absolutely right. And this film, The Apostle,,is bold, uncompromising and unforgettable in its portrayal of a minister who truly loves the Lord whom He serves, and will not give up his ministry and his vocation even when his own faults nearly destroy him. This is a remarkable departure for "Hollywood" which so often presents evangelical and other conservative Christians in a cynical nasty light with shameless abandon. The film affirms faith; it's complex; careful; fascinating, and completely gripping. All performances are terrific, and Duvall of course is The Apostle through and through. This film brought me closer to God, and closer to commitment to God. It's also a film that non-believers will find entertaining and beautiful because it is so well done. Highly recommended for viewing and for gift giving.Movie Review: Christian that LOVES the Apostle
Summary: 5 Stars
Many Christians fear this film, as it shows the dark side of religion. However, I happen to be a Christian that loves this film. Duvall is brilliant. He does an excellent job of showing the complexity and humanity of Sonny, the fallen, yet believing preacher.
Sonny's Christian faith is not what is ugly about him. In fact it helps him to bring a community together. What is ugly about him is his sinful nature. It is the fallen man, not faith that is the source of angst in this movie. And I think that is a good message.
Did you know that in a report done by Preaching Today they said the sexual immorality is the top downfall of most preachers? I think something like 30% of respondents admitted to having a problem. But, look at men in general, and you will find the same thing. Preachers are just men (and women). It is the message of Jesus Christ the I cling to, not the words of a living man.